Alex Sarr’s Growth and Preparation for the NBA | NBA Draft Show | Ringer NBA

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The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor sits down for an interview with 2024 NBA draft prospect Alex Sarr. They cover Sarr’s time with Overtime Elite, his growth while playing for the Perth Wildcats, and the skills that he is looking to add to his game in the NBA. They also take a look at Alex’s best game and best defensive play while he played overseas.
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2 июл 2024

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@TheAntwaneWillis Месяц назад

Hawks fans WYA??? 😏. I think he will do wonders for our offense & defense in multiple ways

@luigidabest4743 Месяц назад

shouldn't there be a bigger focus on improving the defense?

@KingPhilip_ULP Месяц назад

And defense

@TheAntwaneWillis Месяц назад

@@luigidabest4743 yea facts 😅😂😂 I was just thinking of how he can spread the floor automatically with his jump shooting and he’s extremely athletic

@truthbearer7891 Месяц назад

@@luigidabest4743Sounds like defense is his speciality out the gate and something he takes pride in which makes him a perfect fit for Hawks. It’s his offensive skill that is a work in progress, but already he could be less of an offensive liability than Capela and even more dangerous on pick and roll with Trae

@dukeonwheels Месяц назад

I’m more concerned about his contribution on defense. I’m excited about his ability to affect shots at the rim and disrupt passing lanes. On offense, just be the rim runner Capela is, and then let him take his time to round out the rest of his game. We don’t need him to score a lot, just be a solid defender and look for Trae to feed him in the pick and roll, maybe the occasional pick and pop since he can shoot. He can be a taller version of Al Horford.

@brodiestephens419 Месяц назад

I'm Australian, so I watched every game Sarr played in the NBL.... and I'm telling you - he got a raw deal. The Perth Wildcats' head coach was ridiculously frustrating. Alex Sarr should have been playing big minutes, developing, and learning through mistakes. His coach gave a bunch of minutes to slow, old dudes instead of him.... which hurt their team AND Alex's development. He played only 17 minutes per game, despite looking like the most impactful guy on the court most of the time. I'm glad even the terrible coach decisions couldn't tank his draft stock. He's an absolute gun, and he'll be VERY good in a few years. He might not produce at a high level straight away as an NBA rookie (like LaMelo Ball and Josh Giddey did after their NBL rookie seasons).... but he's got all the tools, the work ethic, and the mindset to become an All-Star one day. Every single one of his Australian teammates have only great things to say about him as a human being. They all loved playing with him, and loved his attitude. He'll go far!!!

@kevinoconnornba Месяц назад

Well said.

@gohanlam8230 Месяц назад

THANKS FOR THIS! So excited for him to join my HAWKS!!!!!

@truthbearer7891 Месяц назад

Awesome insight! The maturity and humility is very obvious from this interview. Maybe it’s just more because of opportunity but perhaps one of the reasons why international players are taking over the NBA at the highest level comes from more players with this mindset instead of toxic mindsets that have been infused in lots of US players today.

@Idk_tbh20 Месяц назад

He definitely did not look like the most impactful player at all, you do realise that the wildcats have the leading scorer of the nbl on their team right? He might have been 3rd most impactful player at best when he was on the court which is still great for an 18 year old in the pro league but he definitely wasn't the most

@marqchaney Месяц назад

@@Idk_tbh20 yeah i also watched his games and no way was he the most impactful player

@StatingFacts-pr1pc Месяц назад

Hes gonna be great on the Hawks next to Trae

@tywontaylor7787 Месяц назад

Future Hawks Superstar, not wemby or Chet but definitely built in that mold.. I think his defensive upside even better.. he moves like guard. High upside player for sure

@rfmmike6096 Месяц назад

You think his defensive upside is better than Wemby, that is an insane take lol

@cameronbolden5064 Месяц назад

wemby had damn near one of the best individual defensive seasons ever and yoU think this guy has more upside.if that was the case this wouldn't be a "weak" draft

@trill711 Месяц назад

Stop smoking that shii

@Sunking210 Месяц назад

even before entering the NBA Wemby was a defensive monster. Sarr, in a way weaker league, struggled badly on the defensive end

@lpfjason Месяц назад

@@Sunking210how did he struggle badly?

@aghachidi6314 Месяц назад

Really good interview. The part about his brother being his biggest inspiration is interesting. Olivier has to grind, scratch, and claw just to remain on the fringes of the NBA while Alex is likely going to be a high lottery pick and be given every chance to succeed. I wonder if seeing how hard his brother has to work to stay in the mix will add to his hunger to succeed or if him being so highly regarded will make him complacent. I'd be willing to bet the former but it'll be interesting to track how his career develops over the duration of his rookie-scale contract.

@truthbearer7891 Месяц назад

Thought this was a re-post at first. Pretty cool to see a follow up interview. You have the two most in-depth interviews of him out there. If he becomes a star, you were ahead of the curve. As a casual who only heard of him after Hawks won the lottery, much appreciated and I’m very excited about his self awareness of areas where he can improve.

@egolandz Месяц назад

It's just the really beginning of the New génération players. Wemby opened thé door and he's probably the next Giant of the Basketball History. But Alex Saar liké Zacharie Risacher for the French influence of this New génération, Have a Smart and Genius Feelings too ! The 2024/2025 NBA Season will be Stratospherics and Spectacular. Love it

@dwrev462 Месяц назад

I hope this young man continues to grow and become great in the NBA💯

@princereiser7977 Месяц назад

East Point stand up!!! Bruh finally got me optimistic to be a hawks fan. I've jus Ben going for atl hoppers lile scoot and ant

@Michael_ATL_82 Месяц назад

SARR TO ATL🔥👑🔥

@smuckj3 Месяц назад

Great line of questioning to draw out some stories and insights from a young guy. Sarr may not have superstar potential, but with that diverse skillset and length and mindset, it's hard to see him being a bust. Atlanta, Washington, or whoever trades up to that spot will get a real player.

@kevinoconnornba Месяц назад

Thank you. I agree with your thoughts

@allthegoodonesweregone Месяц назад

I would presume before because Kevin would've mentioned the Hawks and asked him about his thoughts? It's been filmed in the last 2 weeks for sure though.

@kevinoconnornba Месяц назад

Filmed on May 3rd

@allthegoodonesweregone Месяц назад

@kevinoconnornba I appreciate you clarifying that Kev💯

@fuzzybunnyluv Месяц назад

Terribly handsome

@dariusbrooks21 Месяц назад

KOC?

@fuzzybunnyluv Месяц назад

@@dariusbrooks21 Of course! The guy on the right takes up way too much screen time.

@DonVaun12 Месяц назад

Lol.. what does that even mean?

@fuzzybunnyluv Месяц назад

@@DonVaun12 I find Sarr handsome. Dariusbrooks made a joke and I played along.

@Fjdirjejrjrrjdj Месяц назад

It's all these french players

@lukadahmer8249 Месяц назад

"has technology ever been helpful for you when it comes to like learning things?" is a weird question

@kevinoconnornba Месяц назад

Poorly asked. Meant to expand on the question about adding new moves

@ManDownZo912 Месяц назад

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

@sbjnem Месяц назад

He can help the hawks a lot and i just know we not go draft him

@HammerHeadBubba Месяц назад

Kevonnnnnnnnnnnnn!

@thesunofgod. Месяц назад

Come to DC ⭐️

@keelodagreat4676 Месяц назад

🤔...I like him and think he'll be better than what scouts project, but I don't think the Hawks will really stick with the pick or player....like they may trade down instead. We don't usually stick with our draft picks and this year's draft reputation isn't helping ANYTHING. They've been scouting the other guy (Z. Risacher) instead. I hope for the best tho and best of luck to Sarr.🤷🏽‍♂️

@joesmith-or3wx Месяц назад

Hawks doesn't need anymore guards. They a need center that can score and rebound. We need 16 points and 12 rebound per game. However I don't think Hawks coaches can develop the players.

@keelodagreat4676 Месяц назад

@@joesmith-or3wx I know we don't need them, but these are the Hawks🤦🏽‍♂️ and even tho we're in need of a Center(preferably a Stretch 5), having the coach, GM and assistant GM flying out to watch you play tells me they're thinking otherwise or they're scheming on how to flip their pick for future assets or another player....We do have a poor history with development, with the exception of JJ, so they've probably taken that into consideration as well, but who knows for sure?🤷🏽‍♂️ I DO believe Sarr would improve us(especially with time, chemistry and experience) regardless, but how patient would the organization be with him versus Trae wanting more help? Draft Day may be more surprising than expected.